Apprenticeships have been around for some time and there are more benefits to employers than ever before. Not only do they provide an opportunity for someone to gain a qualification and valuable experience working with horses, they can help equine employers to expand and grow their team in a cost effective and practical way. Quick […]
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Suicide Awareness and Prevention: Supporting Yourself and Others
In the UK and Ireland alone, over 6,000 people died by suicide in 2018.* If you’re feeling like you want to die, it’s important to reach out for help in any way you feel comfortable doing so. It’s crucial to remember that you don’t need to struggle with difficult feelings alone; help and support is […]
9 Ways to Start a Conversation about Mental Health
Today is Time to Talk Day. Talking has the power to change lives… Mental health problems affect one in four of us, yet too many people are made to feel isolated, ashamed and worthless because of this. But the good news is that this is changing, slowly… Taking about mental health can feel awkward. Knowing […]
10 Benefits of Equine Apprenticeships
For those with their hearts set on a job working with horses, an equine apprenticeship can help you pave the way to a successful career. As a horse care apprentice, you’ll have the opportunity to gain practical skills and experience on-the-job, as well as earn a wage. Take a look at the key reasons why […]
Treat Yourself to 30% off CPD Courses This Valentine’s Day
If you’re looking to top up your CPD hours, you’ll be pleased to hear that we’re offering 30% off all 2020 CPD courses* when booked online throughout February. The offer is available from Monday 3 to Saturday 29 February 2020 and can be claimed by entering the code ‘LOVECPD20’ at the online checkout. What’s more, […]
Clinical Supervisor training now available
Please note our Clinical Supervisor training is now available. Our clinical supervisor training sessions are offered to those who meet the below criteria and can be undertaken in the form of an attended day course at one of our centres or an online training course; both of which are offered free of charge. In order […]
Excel in the horse care industry with an equine apprenticeship
Whether you’re looking to begin an exciting career in horse care, or have been working in the equine industry for some time, our equine apprenticeships can help you reach your career goals: Equine Groom (Level 2 Apprenticeship) Suitable for those who are new to the equine industry. Undertaking this apprenticeship will allow you to earn whilst you […]
How to Find an Apprenticeship Working with Horses
If you’re interested in undertaking an equine apprenticeship with us, you need to be living and working in England in a suitable equine environment (such as a riding school, horse charity or racing yard), within a 90 minute radius of our Huntingdon centre. Working in the equine industry is a popular choice for many, meaning […]
What Makes a Good Head Veterinary Nurse in 2025?
Whether you’ve recently landed a big promotion to Head Veterinary Nurse, have been in the position for years, or are aiming to move into such a role in the future; you have probably asked yourself at some point: what makes a good Head Veterinary Nurse? To answer that question, we need to look at what […]
Veterinary Nursing – City and Guilds FAQs
Following City & Guilds’ decision to withdraw veterinary nursing from its portfolio of qualifications*, we have issued a statement and answered a number of questions you may have about what this means for veterinary nurse training: Does this decision by City and Guilds (C&G) mean that training for Veterinary Nursing will be stopped? No, it […]